Travelling from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main options.
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 36 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver.
With 30 direct flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 00:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from YVR to MEX is with Aeromexico at 23:31.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Vancouver to MEX. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Get to your destination in one go from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Direct flights from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) can be booked from here.
Air Canada is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport departing from YVR.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 33 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Planning to leave from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)? You can reserve a direct flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) out of this busy hub.
Aeromexico has direct flights from Vancouver to MEX out of CXH. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Vancouver to MEX, chill out in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 57 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport is 155 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 324 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Vancouver to MEX if you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are typically at their lowest.
The cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Mexico City, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Vancouver to MEX for April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mexico City to range from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Benito Juarez International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are attractions you won't want to skip in Mexico City.
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